1. STRUT SPRING COMPRESSOR (commercially available) BRANICK(c) T/N MST-580A or Model 7200 or equivalent
2. Secure the shock absorber rod with a hex key and loosen the 12mm self-locking nut.
1. SELF-LOCKING NUT 12mm. Replace
2. HEX KEY
3. Release the spring compressor pressure, then disassemble the shock absorber as shown in the figure.
1. SELF-LOCKING NUT, 12x1.25 mm, 44 Nm (4.5 kgf/m). Replace.
2. SHOCK ABSORBER WASHER
3. SHOCK ABSORBER BASE
4. SHOCK ABSORBER BEARING. Check for play and binding.
5. UPPER SPRING SEAT
6. RUBBER SPRING SUPPORT. Check for wear and damage.
7. DUST COVER WASHER
8. DUST COVER. Check for warping or damage.
9. SHOCK ABSORBER SPRING. Check for loose compression and damage.
10. SAG RESTRAINT. Check for looseness and damage.
11. SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY